Fundraising achievements
Achievements
Helping members thrive
The SWI has been part of Scotland’s rural communities for over 100 years. It supports members by creating opportunities to learn new skills, share experiences, and take part in activities that strengthen friendships and local life.
This strong network not only benefits members but also attracts partners and funders who want to help sustain the SWI’s activities and traditions for the future. The national fundraising achievements since 2022 have played a key role in supporting members and enabling these activities to thrive.
200 laptops from Connecting Scotland
For digitally excluded members, thanks to the Scottish Government.
£9,948 from Inspiring Scotland
A lifeline for the lonely in Scotland for Rural & Island Communities as part of the North Neighbours Project
£4,600 from Scottish Council on Archiving
As part of ‘Records At Risk’ grant to help preserve our heritage
£127,175 from National Lottery Heritage Fund
To support the SWI Heritage Project, preserving, digitising, and adding to our nationally significant archive and collection
£1,500 from W M Mann Foundation
To help fund SWI Junior Dippers groups around Scotland
£1,000 from Sylvia Aitken Charitable Trust
To help fund SWI Junior Dippers groups around Scotland
£5,000 from AEB Charitable Trust
For the SWI Heritage Project
Secured £149,223 in funding and £80K worth of devices
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